Monterey Bay Seafood & Thai Cuisine: The Sea-to-Table Journey at Lemongrass

The Perfect Location: Where Ocean Meets Thai Tradition

Moss Landing sits at the heart of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, home to one of the richest marine ecosystems on Earth. The deep underwater canyon just offshore channels nutrient-rich upwelling currents that support an extraordinary diversity of marine life — making Monterey Bay one of the world's premier seafood regions. At Lemongrass Seafood Bar & Grill, located at 413 Moss Landing Rd, we leverage this incredible natural bounty to create a dining experience that simply cannot be replicated anywhere else. Our restaurant sits within minutes of the Moss Landing Harbor, where local fishermen bring in daily catches of prawns, Dungeness crab, calamari, mussels, rockfish, and seasonal specialties. This proximity to the source means our seafood is astonishingly fresh — often arriving in our kitchen within hours of being harvested from the ocean.

But what truly makes Lemongrass extraordinary is how we combine this world-class seafood with the aromatic depth and sophisticated techniques of authentic Thai cuisine. Thailand itself is a coastal nation where seafood has been central to the national diet for millennia. Thai fishermen and cooks developed brilliant techniques for preparing seafood — using herbs, spices, and cooking methods that enhance rather than mask the ocean's natural flavors. At Lemongrass, we bridge two great seafood traditions — the sustainable bounty of Central California and the culinary genius of Thailand — creating dishes that honor both heritages. This is what earns us recognition as the best Thai restaurant in Moss Landing.

Our Sourcing Philosophy

Every morning, our purchasing team evaluates the day's available catches, selecting only the highest quality specimens based on freshness, season, and sustainable availability. We maintain relationships with multiple local suppliers and fishermen, ensuring we always have access to the best the bay has to offer. This isn't just about flavor — it's about responsibility. We believe that as a seafood restaurant, we have an obligation to source sustainably, support local fishing families, and contribute to the long-term health of Monterey Bay's marine ecosystem. When you dine at Lemongrass, you're supporting a responsible food chain from ocean to table.

Thai Seafood Specialties at Lemongrass

Our menu showcases the full range of Thai seafood preparations. The Silver Boat is our crown jewel — a stunning platter of mixed seafood served in a gleaming vessel. Our Tom Yum Goong features local prawns in a sour-spicy broth. Seafood curries wrap tender catches in aromatic coconut cream. And our wok-fired seafood basil delivers intense flavor with every bite. Each preparation demonstrates our respect for both the ingredient and the tradition.